Thai Elephant Conservation Centre

The Thai Elephant Conservation Center (TECC), founded in 1993 under Royal Patronage, cares for more than 50 Asian elephants in a beautiful forest conveniently located near the famous city of Chiang Mai. Beyond being an exciting tourist experience, the TECC is also known for its pioneering work in conservation and science. The TECC also proudly houses six of HM King Bhumibol’s ten white elephants in the Royal Elephant Stables.Opening hours: 8:30am-4:30pmContact: 054-247-871, 054-247-979, 054-228-108Getting there: From city center, head to Lampang-Chiang Mai Highway. It’s on Km. 28-29.http://www.tourismthailand.org/See-and-Do/Sights-and-attractions-Detail/Thai-Elephant-Conservation-Centre–4132